2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 187 kg more than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito. 2008 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito has manual transmission. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cherokee | Vito |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2151 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 17.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 78 L |